# Solver

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2025
- **BGG Rating**: 8.2
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 3-6
- **Duration**: 10-20 min
- **Weight**: 2.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Gustavo Lira
- **Artists**: Gustavo Lira
- **Publishers**: (Self-Published)
- **Categories**: Card Game, Deduction, Math, Puzzle
- **Mechanics**: Deduction, Pattern Recognition, Player Judge

## Verdict
If you love unraveling mysteries and testing your logic, Solver will win you over! It's a quick and clever deduction game that appeals to all types of players.Engaging mental challengeCreative secret rulesFast-paced, dynamic gamesVaried game modesCan be challenging at firstRelies on Master's creativityHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Get ready for a mental challenge in Solver, a game that turns your table into a giant collective puzzle! One player takes on the role of the Master and secretly creates a unique rule using a special deck of 64 cards. These cards combine numbers, shapes, and colors, opening up a vast array of possibilities. The other players, the Investigators, must use all their logic, creativity, and observation skills to uncover this mysterious rule before anyone else. Each round, a trail of cards forms: those that follow the rule go into the main sequence, while those that break it go into an error trail. On their turn, an Investigator plays a card and decides whether to risk a guess about the rule, draw a new card, or exchange their entire hand (once per game). The game ends when someone correctly identifies the rule or when the 25th card is played. Solver offers three game modes to suit everyone: Casual, for those who enjoy a lighter, more creative experience without worrying about scoring; Competitive, for strategists who want to test their skills and accumulate points; and Cooperative, where everyone works together against the clock to decipher the enigma. With quick 10-20 minute rounds, it's perfect for kicking off game night or for that strategic break. If you enjoy deduction games, pattern recognition, and a good mental challenge, Solver is for you!

## How to Play
Objective of the Game
In SOLVER, players take on the roles of Investigators trying to discover a secret rule created by the Master. The goal is to deduce the rule by playing cards to the main track or error track and formulating hypotheses. Guessing an equivalent rule that works the same way also counts as a correct solution. The game ends when an Investigator successfully guesses the rule or when the 25th card is played.

Preparation (Setup)
Follow these steps to set up the game:

  Decide whether you will play Casual, Competitive, or Cooperative mode.
  One player becomes the Master, while the others are Investigators.
  The Master receives the 4 feedback cards and places them face up in front of them.
  Each Investigator receives 8 game cards as their starting hand.
  The Master creates a rule or chooses one from the suggestion guide. They may write it down to avoid forgetting it.
  The Master reveals the top card of the deck and places it on the main track or error track, depending on whether it follows the rule.


Flow of the Game
Players take turns clockwise. On your turn, each Investigator

## FAQ
### What is the average playtime for a game of Solver?
A game of Solver lasts between 10 and 20 minutes, making it perfect for quick sessions or to kick off your game night.

### How many players can play Solver?
Solver is designed for 3 to 6 players. The dynamic shifts slightly depending on the number of Investigators trying to crack the Master's rule.

### Is Solver a difficult game to learn?
The basic rules are quite simple and quick to explain. The challenge lies in deciphering the secret rule, which is the heart of the game. Its BGG weight is 2/5, indicating moderate complexity.

### What components are included in Solver?
The base game includes a deck of 64 unique cards (combining numbers, shapes, and colors), along with materials for recording rules and game tracks.

### Does Solver have a cooperative mode?
Yes! Solver features a cooperative mode where all players work together to discover the secret rule as quickly as possible.

### Who would you recommend Solver to?
We recommend Solver for fans of deduction games, puzzles, pattern recognition, and mental challenges. It's great for groups looking for something fast, interactive, and thought-provoking.

### Is Solver language dependent?
No, Solver is not language dependent. The cards and rules are universal, allowing anyone to play without language barriers.

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